{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jordan Hills Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2642110,"projectId":10585473,"letterContent":"USBE AI for K–12 Education Grant Committee,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for awarding us the funding for our project, \"Supporting Instructional & Digital Coaches.\" Your support is making a direct, meaningful impact on the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes in our schools.\r\n\r\nInstructional and digital coaches are truly the unsung heroes of our education system. Day in and day out, they work to empower teachers, integrate transformative technology, and elevate classroom instruction, all with the ultimate goal of boosting student learning and success. Because so much of their vital work happens quietly in the background, it is easy for their contributions to go overlooked.\r\n\r\nThanks to this grant, we were able to celebrate these essential educators and show them that their efforts are both seen and deeply valued. The gifts provided through this funding serve as a tangible reminder that we recognize their hard work and are fully committed to supporting them, just as they support our teachers and students every day.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for the Utah State Board of Education's commitment to innovation and for believing in the power of supporting those who support our schools. Thank you for making this celebration possible.","fullyFundedDate":1788645246637,"projectUrl":"project/usbe-ai-for-k12-education-supporting-i/10585473/","projectTitle":"USBE AI for K–12 Education -Supporting Instructional & Digital Coaches","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ricks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2642110"},{"teacherId":8108805,"projectId":9711650,"letterContent":"I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of school supplies. Your thoughtful gift directly supports our students as they step into the classroom ready to learn. For many of our families, securing these essential supplies can be a significant financial challenge, and your contribution ensures that every child enters the school year with the resources and confidence they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour support does far more than provide basic classroom tools—it sends a powerful message to our students that their community believes in their potential. Thanks to your kindness, our teachers can focus on delivering engaging lessons while our students focus on growing, discovering, and achieving their goals. Thank you for your inspiring commitment to our school and for making a tangible difference in the lives of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1757971342884,"projectUrl":"project/equip-to-thrive/9711650/","projectTitle":"Equip to Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8108805_orig.jpg?crop=765,765,x153,y543&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633046096618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8108805"},{"teacherId":6230694,"projectId":10205108,"letterContent":"Thank you so profoundly for your generous contribution to our school. Because of your support, our fifth- and sixth-grade students now have the opportunity to dive headfirst into robotics and coding with the LEGO Spike Essential Kits.\r\nYour donation is doing so much more than just putting bricks on desks; it is providing a launchpad for the next generation of innovators. By working collaboratively to design, build, and program their robots, our students are developing the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need to tackle future challenges. Watching them navigate their \"LEGO missions\" is a constant reminder of how hands-on learning can turn a sparked interest into a lifelong passion for STEM.\r\nWe also couldn't agree more with your note—LEGOs rule! They have a unique way of making complex engineering concepts feel like pure fun, and your gift ensures that every student gets to experience that \"aha!\" moment.\r\nThank you for investing in our students' creativity and for helping us build a brighter (and more robotic) future.","fullyFundedDate":1778008442901,"projectUrl":"project/design-build-innovate-empowering-stud/10205108/","projectTitle":"Design, Build, Innovate: Empowering Students Through LEGO Robotics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6230694_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y296&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745449869486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6230694"},{"teacherId":6230694,"projectId":10126939,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in funding the translator services for our students. Thanks to your contribution, we were able to assist two students who recently moved from Thailand and spoke little to no English. The translator has proven to be an invaluable resource, allowing their teachers to communicate effectively with them. This bridge has made a significant difference in their educational experience, providing both students and teachers with comfort and clarity during this transition. Your generosity ensures that these students feel more connected and supported in their new environment. We truly appreciate your commitment to enhancing the learning experience for all students. Thank you once again for your donation and support.","fullyFundedDate":1776482600295,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-languages-handheld-translators/10126939/","projectTitle":"Bridging Languages: Handheld Translators for Inclusive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6230694_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y296&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745449869486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6230694"},{"teacherId":8033532,"projectId":9601258,"letterContent":"Our project had a powerful impact on student learning by turning coding into a hands-on, interactive experience. With the LEGO Prime, students were able to immediately see the results of their code in action, which deepened their understanding and kept them highly engaged. They showed increased confidence in problem-solving and a willingness to take risks, test ideas, and improve their designs.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, I was able to move beyond basic coding instruction and provide meaningful, project-based learning experiences. Students collaborated on real-world challenges, applied engineering concepts, and practiced critical thinking in authentic ways.","fullyFundedDate":1755711902222,"projectUrl":"project/stem-stars-empowering-creative-thinkers/9601258/","projectTitle":"STEM Stars: Empowering Creative Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Irick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8033532"},{"teacherId":8033532,"projectId":9358005,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donation has made a meaningful impact, and we are truly grateful for your willingness to invest in our students and their learning experiences. Because of you, we are able to bring coding to life in a way that is engaging, hands-on, and deeply meaningful.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of LEGO Prime, students are not just learning about coding—they are experiencing it in action. They are designing, building, testing, and improving their own creations, turning ideas into working models. This kind of learning allows students to see the direct connection between the code they write and the movement and function of their builds. It transforms abstract concepts into something tangible and exciting.","fullyFundedDate":1749411903190,"projectUrl":"project/code-create-innovate-empowering-stude/9358005/","projectTitle":"Code, Create, Innovate: Empowering Students with LEGO Robotics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Irick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8033532"},{"teacherId":6946617,"projectId":9752483,"letterContent":"Your donation to get more books in the hands of students has been so valuable, and has already been put to good use! We purchased books that expand students' knowledge of what they are already learning. It is so fun to watch them make connections between multiple texts!\r\n\r\nBecause of you, student learning has been impacted as they delve deeper into concepts that they have been introduced to previously. My teaching is aided because the books we now have available are a natural progression based on the questions that students come up with organically in class. I really appreciate your willingness to give!","fullyFundedDate":1760732546810,"projectUrl":"project/broad-minded-books-for-curious-kids/9752483/","projectTitle":"Broad-minded Books for Curious Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Forsgren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6946617"},{"teacherId":4442338,"projectId":9830058,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The books you helped provide—The Buffalo Are Back, Born on the Water, How Do You Know It's Fall?, and Good Enough to Eat—are making a real difference in our second grade classroom. These books enrich our Wit & Wisdom reading program with engaging stories, important history, and science connections. Our students are more excited than ever to read, discuss, and learn. Your support inspires curiosity, empathy, and a love of reading. We are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' growth!","fullyFundedDate":1760733973481,"projectUrl":"project/wit-wisdom-supplemental-books/9830058/","projectTitle":"Wit & Wisdom Supplemental Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4442338_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1493866982487","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ronald-squire"},{"teacherId":8033532,"projectId":8746966,"letterContent":"LEGO League also built teamwork, communication, and resilience. We saw quiet students present with confidence and teams troubleshoot under pressure. Your support made authentic learning possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom! Your generosity is helping bring coding to life as students use LEGO motors to design, build, and problem-solve in meaningful ways. Because of you, my students have the opportunity to explore STEM through hands-on learning, building confidence and creativity along the way. We are truly grateful for your investment in their future and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\n\r\nLEGO League also built teamwork, communication, and resilience. We saw quiet students present with confidence and teams troubleshoot under pressure. Your support made authentic learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1727958182477,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-engagement-and-creativity-in-t/8746966/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Engagement and Creativity in the Classroom: A Multi-Sensory Approach","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Irick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8033532"},{"teacherId":10102019,"projectId":9518553,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for sharing your love of books with our classroom. Your donation of new texts has opened doors for our students, not only by broadening their literary horizons but also by allowing us to introduce essential reading skills. With these books, students are learning to identify themes, analyze character development, and make connections between the stories and their own lives—skills that build critical thinking and empathy. We also use these texts to practice close reading, inferencing, and meaningful discussion, which are at the heart of strong literacy instruction.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an interactive and joyful experience. We gather in small groups to share ideas, ask questions, and sometimes even act out scenes to deepen understanding. The new books have sparked excitement, especially among students who previously struggled to find stories that resonated with them. For example, one student who was hesitant to participate now volunteers to read aloud and eagerly contributes to group discussions. Another has started writing her own stories, inspired by the diverse characters and adventures she's discovered in our new collection. Your gift has truly transformed our reading community—thank you for making such a meaningful impact.","fullyFundedDate":1755705845309,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-readers-with-inspiring/9518553/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Readers with Inspiring Picture Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10102019"},{"teacherId":3980504,"projectId":9734346,"letterContent":"Our kids are so excited to be reading real books! Our curriculum is focused on skills, and while we read a lot, students don't always have actual books in their hands to read. \r\n\r\nMy class is currently doing a biography study with the books you helped purchase. One thing teachers know is important in helping kids learn to read and to enjoy reading is choice. Because of you, students had four different historical women to choose from. \r\n\r\nOne of the other classes is reading Alone in the Woods and The Wild Robot. Again, students were able to pick which of the books sounded most interesting. The kids are willingly reading their assigned pages each day and begging for more!\r\n\r\nThe best thing about this project is that the books will be used throughout our grade for many years. Your donation will help kids who aren't even at our school yet. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1760731616061,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-and-more-books/9734346/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, and More Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3980504_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1475732949017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/suzanne-thompson"},{"teacherId":6223762,"projectId":9495928,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made my school year so effective. I was really hoping for a gathering place. I think for first graders, it's so beneficial to see a rug in front of the room. We use the rug every single day- multiple times. We start our mornings on our rug, we do calendar and Heggerty on the rug. We read stories and talk about science experiments and discuss our weekends and share our show and tells... it's a vital part of our day. I am so grateful, because I would never have been able to provide it to my students without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1754052594138,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-moores-classroom-essentials/9495928/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Moore’s Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6223762"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67309","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":627,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":25,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":70,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.5,"schoolId":67309,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jordan Hills Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jordan Hills Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/jordan-school-district/jordan-hills-elementary-school/67309"}